Temporary Metal Joining Methods Flashcards
What is a self tapping screw?
A self-tapping screw is a screw that can tap its own hole as it is driven into the material.
What are self tapping screws used for?
Joining thin sheet metal
Can self tapping screws be used on polymers?
Yes
What do you have to do before using a self tapping screw?
Drill a pilot hole into the materials
What are machine screws used for?
Join thicker pieces of wood
What is this?
Self tapping screw
What is this?
Machine screw
What is this?
Nuts and bolts
How do you tighten Machine screws?
With a spanner or Allan Key
True or false
bolts go all the way through both pieces of metal
True
Can nuts and bolts be used for just metal?
No, they can be used for timber and polymer